Preserving our Land - Perpetuating our Culture

IOLANI PALACE EVENTS
Place: Iolani Palace, Honolulu
Ongoing and special cultural events throughout the year for visitors and kamaaina (local residents). Call: (808) 522-0822. (For Palace Tours call 522-0832.)

MAYOR'S PERFORMANCE - CULTURE AND THE ARTS
Ongoing and special events each month including:
    Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace and elsewhere
    Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki and elsewhere
    Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Pageant in Waikiki
For detailed information on these and other events, call Performance Hotline (808) 527-5666. Most events are Free!

MISSION HOUSES MUSEUM
Place: 553 South King Street, Honolulu (opposite City Hall)
Mission Houses Museum is a registered historic landmark offering a wide variety of ongoing and special events. For more information please visit their site.

SAIL WITH THE STARS
Place: Leeward Oahu
Marine biologist team crew unique sailing charters including Star Gazing, Full Moons, and Meteor Showers. Call: (808) 306-7273 or visit their Events Calendar.

CHANGING OF THE KING'S GUARD
Date: Daily
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Place: King's Village Shopping Center (Front Gate), 131 Kaiulani Avenue, Waikiki
Witness this dramatic rifle drill ceremony nightly. After retiring the Hawaiian flag, the world renowned King’s Guard, dressed in uniforms that are the exact replicas of those worn by the Hawaiian Royal Palace Guard for King David Kalakaua in 1875, impress you with a spectacular performance of skill. Free. Call: (808) 926-7890.

BISHOP MUSEUM
Date: Daily
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu
Along with special programs and exhibits, Bishop Museum offers a wide variety of short ongoing cultural events for children and adults. Call: (808) 847-3511 or visit their site.

LYON ARBORETUM TOURS
Date: Every Monday through Friday (except holidays)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Place: Lyon Arboretum, Univ. of Hawaii at Manoa, 3860 Manoa Rd., Honolulu
Enjoy the ever-changing sights and sounds of the 193.5 acre rainforest botanical garden administered by the University of Hawaii-Manoa. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides will share highlights of the Arboretum collections. Reservations required. Tours are limited to the first 12 participants daily. Free - donations gladly accepted. Call: (808) 988-0461 to register. Photo

THE CANOE: AN ALASKAN AND POLYNESIAN TRADITION EXHIBITION
Date: Through December 31
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii Maritime Center, Pier 7, Honolulu Harbor
Indigenous cultures around the world share many similar practices - among them canoeing. This exhibit, produced in cooperation with the Alaskan Native Heritage Center, presents a comparison and contrast of Hawaiian and Alaskan canoe voyaging traditions. The Canoe also celebrates the 2007 January through March voyage of Hokulea, Ku Holo Mau (Sail On, Sail Always, Sail Forever), to the western Pacific and the island nations of Micronesia and Japan. Call: (808) 536-6373.

KEIKI FUN, HULA, AND MORE!
Date: Every Tuesday & Sunday
Place: Pearlridge Shopping Center, Aiea
Keiki (children) games/entertainment every Tues. 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Hula and Hawaiian music show on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free. For information on these and other events call (808) 488-0981.

AFTERNOON TOUR AND TEA
Date: Every Tuesday & Sunday
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 South Beretania Street, Honolulu
Designed for visitors who want to explore the galleries, learn more about art, and socialize over a glass of tea. The tours are led by docents who will lead discussions in the galleries and offer insight into many cultures and time periods. Free with museum admission. Reservations required. Call: (808) 532-8700.

CHADO - THE WAY OF TEA
Date: Every Wednesday & Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon (closed holidays)
Place: Urasenke Foundation of Hawaii, 245 Saratoga Road (Waikiki)
The Japanese tea ceremony known as "chanoyu" is the quintessence of Japanese art and etiquette. The Urasenke Foundation tea gatherings present chanoyu in a simple, direct manner and require no prior experience to participate. Minimum of $3 donation required. Call: 923-3059.

HAWAII NATURE CENTER
Date: Every Saturday & Sunday
Place: 2131 Makiki Heights Drive, Honolulu
Nature classes and hikes for children and adults. Programs scheduled on a monthly basis. Call: (808) 955-0100.

ART ON THE ZOO FENCE
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Monsarrat Avenue - Across from Kapiolani Park Bandstand, Waikiki
Honolulu's very own Left Bank! Meet the artists at this outdoor art show. Originals, prints and photographs available for sale. For more information, please visit their site.

NA MELE NEI - THE MUSIC OF HAWAII TODAY!
Date: Every Sunday
Time: Concert starts 1:00 p.m.
Place: Ward Warehouse Stage, Honolulu
Live music concert presented every Sunday by Native Books Na Mea Hawaii. Call: (808) 596-8885.

FREE LEI MAKING LESSONS
Date: Every Monday (through November 30)
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Place: Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd fl. lanai, Bldg.A, Waikiki
"Talk story" with our Hawaiian lei maker as you learn this beautiful art. Flowers are provided, free. You'll make one lei per session. Call: (808) 922-2299.

GUIDED TOURS OF THE HAWAII THEATRE
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Hawaii Theatre, Chinatown, Honolulu
The one-hour guided tour offers a unique insight into the history, art, architecture and restoration of the beautiful Hawaii Theatre. The tour includes a performance on the 1922 Robert Morton Theatre Organ. Admission $5. Call: (808) 528-0506.

ALOHA FRIDAY KING'S JUBILEE & FIREWORKS
Date: Every Friday
Place: Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa, Waikiki
Their Super Pool becomes the perfect tropical stage for Hawaiian entertainment and a beachfront fireworks show. The color and pageantry of Hawaii's monarchy are brought to life in this regal tribute to King David Kalakaua, featuring the music, song and dance of the Polynesian Islands and the exciting Samoan Fire Knife Dance. Call: (808) 949-4321.

FIRST FRIDAY HONOLULU'S DOWNTOWN GALLERY WALK
Date: 1st Friday of each month
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m
Place: Chinatown, Honolulu
Self guided tour of 25 downtown art spots that includes "Live from the Lawn", a free live performance held in front of the Hawaii State Art Museum at 250 S. Hotel Street. Call: (808) 521-2903.

RELIVE THE PLANTATION DAYS!
Date: 1st Saturday of each month
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii's Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu (S.W. Oahu)
A living history museum and ethno-botanical garden on a 50-acre site dedicated to the legacy of immigrant workers from the sugar plantation era. Each month features activities and demonstrations of a different ethnic heritage group. Call: (808) 677-0110.

HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS "FREE SUNDAY" PROGRAM
Date: 3rd Sunday of each month
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu
Sponsored by Bank of Hawaii. Entertainment, art activities for kids, gallery tours, and other activities. For residents & visitors. It's free! It's fun! Call: (808) 532-8700.

OBON FESTIVAL DANCES
Date: June through August
Place: Buddhist Temples throughout the islands
The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Special services usually start at 7:00 p.m. followed by a festival with bon (folk) dance at 8:00 p.m. Held at different temples on different dates. Check newspapers for schedule.

KA HIMENI ANA 2007 (HAWAIIAN SONG CONTEST/CONCERT)
Date: Aug 4, 2007
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Place: Hawaii Theatre, Bethel Street, Honolulu (Chinatown)
The 23rd annual contest for unamplified, singing of nahenahe (sweet) Hawaiian language songs. The purpose of this contest is to encourage the singing of Hawaiian Music in the old fashioned manner without microphones and to provide opportunities to undiscovered talent . Call: (808) 528-0506.

SHOWCASE 2007 SATURDAY PREVIEW ART SALE
Date: August 11
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 South Beretania St., Honolulu
The Honolulu Academy of Arts popular one-day art sale featuring new works by over 100 local contemporary artists. The art sale which supports children's programming is a great place to pick up new works by Hawaii's talented regional artists. Free admission for those who wish only to visit the art sale. Call: (808) 532-8737.

SHOWCASE 2007
Date: August 12
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Preview August 11 10am-4pm)
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 South Beretania St., Honolulu
The Academy's popular annual gourmet food, wine, and art sale extravaganza. Call: (808) 532-8737 for reservations.

67TH ANNUAL NA HULA FESTIVAL (DEPT. PARKS & RECREATION)
Date: Sunday August 12 (plus tentatively Sat. Aug.11 - call to confirm Aug.11)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Kapiolani Bandstand, Waikiki
A wonderful hula event. Don't miss the Alama Sisters - they will be celebrating their 67th annual participation in this event! Call: (808) 692-5118.

2007 MADE IN HAWAII FESTIVAL
Date: August 17 - 19
Time: Friday & Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday 10am-5pm
Place: Blaisdell Exhibit Hall & Arena, Honolulu
The 50th State’s largest event for Hawaii-made wares. This year’s Festival is expected to draw the largest attendance yet with more than 35,000 attendees. Free cooking demonstrations and delicious food samples by Hawaii’s talented chefs and award-winning entertainment by popular local musicians adds to the festive atmosphere. Call: (808) 533-1292.

JACKPOT RODEO
Date: August 18
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Place: Diamond J Ranch, Waianae (Leeward Oahu)
"Cowboy Up"!! Don't miss this fast-paced rodeo action. Men, women and keiki compete in 3D and Open Barrel Racing, as well as 3D and Open Pole-Bending. Bring a picnic and the whole family for a day with some of Hawaii's finest (and fastest!) horses, cowboys and cowgirls. Free. Call: John Teixeira (808) 389-9884.

GIRLS WHO SURF - 2ND ANNUAL WAHINE SURF CONTEST
Date: August 18 & 19
Come see the talented female surfers of Oahu and abroad. More than 60 competitors from 8-40+ yrs old will surf and bodyboard for more than 30 bags of prizes big and small. Last year big winners were awarded an Ukulele or a Gym membership from 24 Hour. More than 20 sponsors including Red Bull, Hawaiian South Shore, Dakine, Xcel, and Surfco have supported this event. Call: (808) 371-8917 or visit their site .

9TH ANNUAL BERNICE PAUAHI BISHOP AWARDS DINNER
Date: August 25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Place: Bishop Museum (Great Lawn), 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu
Bishop Museum’s major fundraiser for the year, this prestigious event honors two long-standing community members for exemplifying the spirit and purpose of the Museum’s founder Charles Reed Bishop, and for devotion and outstanding civic leadership. This year’s honorees are Senator Daniel A. Akaka and W. Allen Doane. Under the starry night, there’s an elegant dinner with fine wines, entertainment, behind-the-scenes tours, and a celebration of excellence in philanthropy and leadership. Don’t miss it. Call: (808) 848-4172 for reservations.

WAIKIKI ARTFEST
Date: August 25 & 26
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Kapiolani Park (directly across from Honolulu Zoo)
Featuring the art and handcrafted products of more than 75 Hawaii artists including all types of jewelry, clothing, stained glass, ceramics, quilts and bags, wood products, soaps and candles. All products are displayed for sale by the artist personally. We have live entertainment and great food. Join us and celebrate the arts of Hawaii. Free admission. Call: Nancy Calhoun (808) 696-6717.

ALII SUNDAY
Date: August 26
Time: Pre-Service Activities at 8:30 a.m.; Service at 9:00 a.m.
Place: Kawaiahao Church, 957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu
A glimpse of the pageantry of Hawaii's royal past - a worship service in honor of Queen Liliuokalani. Call: (808) 522-1333 or visit their site.

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